The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 471 junior staff of the Commission as part of its routine welfare and career development exercise.
In a statement signed by National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, INEC said the approval followed its regular weekly meeting held on Thursday, chaired by the Commission’s Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu.
The meeting also reviewed preparations for the forthcoming Anambra State Governorship election, the FCT Area Council election, and party primaries ahead of the Ekiti and Osun Governorship polls.
“Out of 515 staff shortlisted for the exercise, 214 met the requirements for promotion to GL07, 134 to GL06, 106 to GL05 and 17 to GL04,” Olumekun disclosed.
He added that the promotion of junior staff “concludes the first phase of the exercise,” noting that the process for senior staff has also commenced in earnest.
“Staff promotion is a routine exercise. The Commission remains committed to regular merit-based promotion and the welfare of staff. We urge all staff to rededicate themselves to service, particularly with regard to elections and electoral activities,” Olumekun said.
INEC Promotes 471 Junior Staff, Reviews Election Preparations
